Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will provide quick, efficient and pleasant service of food and beverage to residents and guests ensuring the needs of both are met.

. Oversee breakfast, lunch, and dinner for quality assurance of meal presentation and portion control.

• Prepare and coordinate all meals from standardized recipes.

• Coordinate prep for the following day’s menu.

• Perform a pre-meal meeting with food servers to review detail of daily menu.

• Keep stock rooms, coolers, and freezers clean and rotated. All food must be labeled, dated, and stored in accordance with local, state, and county health department policies.

• Ensure an adequate number of culinary employees each shift and ensures absences are covered as to not allow coverage holes. • Assist in menu and recipe development.

• Assist in food ordering and inventory.

Assist in the adherence to maintaining budget compliance for daily food costs.

• Assist in applying appropriate loss prevention procedures.

• Assist in hiring, training, scheduling, disciplining, and termination of employees in accordance with Senior Lifestyle Corporation human resources policy.

• Assist in the coordination and execution of special events.

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements.

Ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order and kept clean at all times.

Oversee the proper inventory, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals.

• Provide training for all kitchen staff.

• Maintain daily interaction with residents.

• Keep waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques

• Perform all duties in adherence to Senior Lifestyle Corporation standards.

• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.

• Maintain a positive and profession demeanor toward all residents, visitors and coworkers.

• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. Adhere to all directives, policies, and procedures of the local community

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Level of Formal Education: Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Area of Study: Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, or Hospitality Years of Experience: Mid-level (3-5 years) Type of Experience: Kitchen/Cooking/Managing personnel Special Certifications: SERV-SAFE Certified or equivalent. Obtain/hold any local, state and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates. Language Skills: Capable of communicating efficiently and properly. Technical Competencies: Entry-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, including Excel, and Word Skills and Ability: • Possess the ability to make independent decisions when warranted. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form. • Ability to handle multiple projects. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. • Ability to interact with a multitude of various personalities and adjust accordingly. Information Systems: Capable in understanding systems – Kronos, Redi-Learning, DSSI, ADP

Personal Attributes: Maintains a positive and professional demeanor towards all residents, guests and co-workers

Other/Preferred: • Basic to advanced cooking and preparation of meal items. • Thorough understanding of service techniques and requirements

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.